The hood release on a 2016 Honda is located inside the cabin on the driver's side, near the left kick panel. Pull the interior hood release to pop the latch, then go to the front of the vehicle to release the secondary latch under the hood’s edge and lift it open. While this is the standard setup for most 2016 Honda models, some trims or body styles may vary slightly, so consult the owner's manual if needed.
Locating the interior release
In most 2016 Honda models, the interior hood release sits on the driver's side beneath the dashboard, near the left kick panel. It’s a small handle with a hood icon. Pull it firmly to disengage the primary latch and pop the hood slightly.
Position yourself in the driver's seat and reach down to the lower left area of the dash; you should feel a lever or pull handle within easy reach. If you have trouble spotting it, try looking just above or slightly behind the driver's left footwell area.
With the interior release popped, you’re ready to go to the vehicle’s exterior and finish the job.
- Walk to the front of the car and stand centered in front of the hood. Locate the secondary latch at the front edge of the hood—usually near the center underside of the hood’s leading edge.
- Disengage the secondary latch by either lifting or sliding it, depending on the model. You should feel or hear a clear release as the hood becomes free from the latch.
- Lift the hood carefully. On many 2016 Hondas, the hood is held open by gas struts and will stay up on its own; on older designs you may need to use a prop rod to support it.
- When you’re finished, lower the hood and ensure the primary (interior) and secondary (front edge) latches engage securely before driving.
These steps cover the typical process across most 2016 Honda models. If the hood feels stubborn or won’t stay open, there may be a stuck latch or a misalignment, and you should avoid forcing it. Consult the owner’s manual or contact a dealer for assistance.
Model-specific notes
Civic (2016)
The interior hood release on the Civic is located on the lower left side of the dash, near the driver’s knee area. After pulling this lever, proceed to the front to release the hood’s secondary latch at the center edge of the hood.
CR-V (2016)
For the CR-V, the release inside the cabin sits in the same general region (driver’s side, under the dash). The hood is typically held by gas struts, so once the secondary latch is released, you can lift the hood without needing a prop rod.
Accord (2016)
The Accord follows the same basic layout: interior release on the left dash, with a center-front secondary latch. If you don’t see immediate results, check that the interior lever pulled fully and the front latch is fully released.
Summary
In most 2016 Honda models, you access the hood release from the driver's side interior near the left kick panel, pull to pop the hood, then release the front edge latch to open. Model variations exist, but the general sequence remains the same. If in doubt, consult the owner’s manual or contact a Honda service center for guidance.